Archive for the ‘Refractive Lens Exchange’ Category

Janet W

I have recently had bilateral refractive lens exchange performed by Professor Gartry at Moorfields Eye Hospital, London.

Moorfields was recommended to me by a friend who had cataract surgery there after initially pursuing the NHS route. She found the entire experience stress free and reassuring with excellent care and communication.

Having looked at the consultants who have clinics at Moorfields, I didn’t feel it necessary to choose a specific surgeon, but having been allocated David Gartry, I read his profile and realised that he is one of the most experienced and highly regarded eye surgeons available. He has a very approachable manner and is extremely reassuring.

My husband is now in the process of arranging RLE and will of course be under the care of Professor Gartry following my recommendation!

Ruth M

There are many consultants at Moorfields Private who do this procedure, but luckily I was given Prof. Gartry who along with being one of the most experienced eye surgeons in the UK, is also very approachable and person-centred.

I first enquired about having RLE in August 2019. I ended up having the surgery in Jan of this year, 2024. I did a lot of research, about the pros and cons of the process, mainly from the point of view of driving. After the break forced by Covid, I recontacted the surgery in July 2020, with a view to starting the process again. However, as sometimes happens, life gets in the way, and I did not take it up, until contacting the surgery for a third time in Sept. 2023.


This time I did pros and cons research in a much wider aspect, covering a multitude of questions. I was actually still checking it on the morning of my surgery – not recommended, but I had to find out!

Prof. Gartry’s clinic encourages you to ask questions and you can email any of them to him and he will respond. This helped to put me at ease. I always felt I was in control of my process, and respected as an individual. You also get printed detailed information about the process and what to expect at each stage – before, during, and after the surgery. ‘During’ never seemed that bad to me from day one. I have always been a bit squeamish about anything to do with the eyes, but his clinic made it seem very calm, matter of fact, and even enjoyable!

I can now say having experienced the surgery that this was for the most part true. Although understandably I was nervous on the day, I felt also very confident I’d made the right decision due to all my research, and importantly, that I was in good hands.

This carried me through, and now with my (apparently)! 20/20 vision, I am enjoying a new lease of life. Freedom from glasses (only a level 1 reading pair from Boots) is amazing! I retired in the year of Covid, but kept quite busy. Now I’m busier than ever, and doing more work in the community. Not to mention continuing developing my interests and having fun!

Thank you Professor Gartry and his team.

S Kennedy

Professor Gartry performed Refractive Lens Replacement surgery on both my eyes. He had done the same for my partner and another friend of ours a few years before so was highly recommended by them. I would like to add my own recommendation now, having completed my final check-up. The whole process was explained very thoroughly and all my questions answered. The Private Moorfields experience was great and I was very impressed with the anaesthetist and all other staff who looked after me during the two days of surgery (one for each eye, one week apart). Professor Gartry filled me with confidence and I felt I made my decision with the right amount of information. I am now able to read again without using glasses, which has been wonderful. Night driving is a bit more challenging as lights do have a ‘halo’ which, for me, is more pronounced than pre-op. However, this was explained to me beforehand and I was fully aware. It is improving with time as I get more used to it, too. In summary, I would highly recommend Professor Gartry for this eye surgery.

Andrew G

I felt like I was in very safe hands throughout the whole process of lens replacement performed by Professor Gartry.

From the initial consultation through to the procedure at Moorfields Eye Hospital, Professor Gartry explained everything that was going to happen. This was very reassuring.

I am now enjoying the freedom of not needing glasses for distance or reading. Never having to search for lost pairs in the garden, under the seats in the car or where ever else I managed to leave them. It is great to be typing this review on my iPhone without glasses.

I highly recommend the procedure and if you are considering it too, Moorifields with Professor Gartry is the premiere option.

David R

I had both eyes done in one visit in Nov 2023. The whole process from pre op to post op was seemless.

The result is beyond my expectations. I am not wearing glasses for anything.

Ann P

Excellent service from Professor Gartry and his whole team. Fully supported throughout. Personal and professional care and excellent results. It’s a life changer.

Justine F

I visited Professor Gartry to discuss the possibility of having a refractive lens exchange, as I was fed up of wearing reading glasses and constantly taking them on and off. There was only ever one place I would trust to carry out a procedure on my eyes and the was Moorfields, and Prof.Gartry came highly recommended.

I found him to be very kind and approachable putting you immediately at ease. He’s obviously extremely knowledgeable and during his consultation is honest about the possible outcomes of having the procedure done. He encourages you to go away and read the information he provides and digest everything before making a decision, so there’s no pressure on the day to book anything.

Once I’d decided to go ahead with the procedure, everyone I came into contact with were exceptional in their care of me. This includes Christine, Professor Gartry’s secretary, the optometrists, my anaesthetist Dr Jonathan Lord & all the staff at Moorfields.

I was understandably very nervous of having my 1st eye done but I needn’t have been. The staff and Prof. Gartry were reassuring every step of the way and explained what I would see during the procedure. Nothing scary as I thought but either pretty flashing lights or nothing. When it came to doing my 2nd eye a wk later, I had no worries or fears at all and was completely relaxed throughout.

If you are considering having any procedures carried out on your eyes, I can not recommend Prof. Gartry highly enough. He’s kind, caring and knowledgeable and leaves you feeling and knowing that you’re in the best hands possible.

Edward H

After a lifetime of being unable to see more than a few inches from my face, I decided to consult David Gartry about lens replacement. He answered all my questions clearly and advised multifocal lens replacement. I went ahead, and every step of the way was done with great care and kindness. One eye objected to the procedure and took 6 months to settle down, but I was very well cared for and the final result is absolutely fantastic. I have perfect vision and that has changed my life. The Wimpole Eye Clinic is a very high class operation and I recommend it without reservation.

Ann S

I had cataract removal and lens replacement in both eyes in July 2023.. The results are excellent. First time in my life I have no need of glasses or contacts . I was extremely anxious but Prof Gartry’s expertise and kindness allowed me to feel assured with both operations just a week apart.

I cannot thank Prof Gartry and his team at Moorfields enough, their skill and advice made the whole procedure almost routine! Thank you all so much.

Alison L

I have had lens replacement surgery in both eyes and couldn’t be more thrilled with the treatment and the outcome. Professor Gartry and his team kept me fully informed about what to expect and the procedures involved were surprisingly quick, but life changing. I can’t recommend him highly enough.